Red-banded Hairstreak vs Tapestry Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Red-banded Hairstreak | Tapestry Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Calycopis cecrops | Trichophaga tapetzella |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Lycaenidae | Tineidae |
| Size | 22-30 mm wingspan | 14-22 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Gall Makers |
| Regions | North America | Cosmopolitan |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Red-banded Hairstreak
Small dark butterfly with a prominent red-orange postmedian band on the underside. Hindwings bear false head pattern with tails.
Did You Know?
Its larvae are detritivores, uniquely feeding on decomposing fallen leaves rather than live foliage.
Tapestry Moth
A distinctive clothes moth with whitish forewings and a dark brownish-black base. It creates extensive silk galleries through materials rather than building portable cases.
Did You Know?
It was historically the most destructive moth in horse stables, riddling horsehair padding and blankets.